2009 Yiwu Raw Pu'er Tea Cake - Tea Sample
2009 Yiwu Raw Pu'er Tea Cake - Tea Sample
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This Chinese tea sample comes from the 2009 Yiwu Raw Pu'er Tea Cake, produced in the renowned Yiwu tea region in the southern part of Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province. Gua Feng Zhai, located in the eastern Yiwu mountain range, is one of the most prestigious areas for high-quality Pu'er tea.
Key Features
- Traditional Weight: The whole tea cake is pressed to the classic weight of 357 grams, a hallmark of authentic Pu'er tea with deep cultural roots.
- Seven Sons Cake Bundling: Typically bundled in sets of seven cakes (known as "Seven Sons Cake" or Qizi Bing), with a total weight of 2.5 kilograms, making it convenient for storage and transport while preserving traditional craftsmanship.
- Natural Aging: After 16 years of natural aging, this tea retains its original flavor, showcasing the profound depth that comes with time.
- Unique Flavor: The tea broth exudes the bold and expansive aroma of Yiwu's pristine forests, offering a rich and lingering fragrance.
- Taste Experience: Smooth and refined in texture, with a potent cha qi (tea energy), this tea delivers a full-bodied and lasting drinking experience that reflects the distinctive charm of Yiwu tea.
Gongfu Tea Brewing Guide
(Traditional Method)
| Water Temperature | 100°C (212°F) |
| Tea-to-Water Ratio | 8g tea per 160ml water |
| Steeping Time | |
| Brews 1–5 | Steep for 7–12 sec |
| Brews 6–10 | Steep for 12–15 sec |
| Brews 11–15 | Steep for 15–20 sec |
| Brews 16+ | Steep for 20+ sec |
Tips: Tea masters recommend steeping times based on each tea's unique flavor, starting the timer after pouring the water.
Common Brewing Guide
(Easy Everyday Preparation)
| Water Temperature | 100°C (212°F) |
| Leaf-to-Water Ratio | 2g per 100ml |
| Steeping Time | About 2 minutes |
| Subsequent Infusions | Increase by 30 seconds each time |
Tips: You can adjust the steeping time or leaf-to-water ratio to suit your taste—shorten the infusion for a lighter brew or extend it for a stronger one.
